2002 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Citroen C8

To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1741 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.

Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (270 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi R8 2006 Citroen C8
Make Audi Citroen
Model R8 C8
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 610 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 698 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1743 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L